Choosing the Right Sleeping Position: How It May Influence Your Health

certain symptoms, but it should not be used to diagnose a medical condition.

Speak with a healthcare professional if you regularly experience:

  • Loud or persistent snoring
  • Pauses in breathing during sleep
  • Waking up choking or gasping
  • Severe or persistent pain
  • Significant daytime sleepiness
  • Frequent nighttime acid reflux

These symptoms can sometimes indicate an underlying condition that requires treatment.

The Bottom Line

There is no single sleeping position that is best for everyone.

Side sleeping may be helpful for some people with snoring, certain breathing problems, or nighttime acid reflux.

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